AVON — On June 15 and 16, the second annual Western New York Pottery festival will be held at Studio Sales Pottery in Avon.
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The Pottery Festival consists of more than 25 professional artists who will not only sell their work but also educate the public on the art of crafting pottery. Featured artists, both local and national, include Carol Stutz, Richard Aerni, Hannah Graeper, Joe Frank McKee, and Mike Carroll.
Artists will be showcasing their unique crafting styles, which include alcohol reduction raku, horse hair pottery, and the wood-fired process.
The event will include food from local vendors, performances by local musicians, activities for children, a Clay Olympics, and a silent auction to benefit Chances and Changes of Livingston County.
On Saturday night following the festival Cuisine Culture will be hosting a pottery party where local food will be served on handmade pottery. Pre-sale tickets are available starting today, May 1, online at www.cuisineculturenow.com.